Explore the essentials of food law and regulation and gain a comprehensive understanding of the various administrative agencies that impact these industries. Learn about pending regulations, food safety, food labeling, enforcement, and related issues. Case studies, hypotheticals, and ample time for discussion are provided.
Agenda Highlights
- Organizational structure of the FDA
- Concepts and statutes in food law and regulation, and the relationship between state and federal jurisdiction
- Principles of food labeling requirements and litigation risks as shaped by FDA, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and class action litigation
- Role of inspection and enforcement authorities and practical steps toward compliance
- Food safety frameworks, including review of Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) final rules and guidance for industry
- International issues that affect food law and regulation in the United States
- Dietary supplement oversight and the regulation of cosmetics
Statutes Covered
- Federal Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act)
- Federal Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products Inspections
- Federal Trade Commission 15 U.S. C. § 41 et. seq.
- Lanham Act – 15 U.S.C. §1051 et seq.
Attendee Resources
These valuable takeaways will be provided onsite:
- A binder of speaker handouts and related reference materials.
- Access to an electronic copy of the FDCA Statutory Supplement, 2018
Who Should Attend
- New legal and regulatory professionals
- Seasoned practitioners new to the topic or wanting a refresher
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Agenda
subject to change
Curriculum Advisor:
Ann M. Begley, Partner, Wiley LLP
Tuesday, September 21
12:00 PM
FDLI Welcome and Announcements
Khara L. Minter, Assistant Director, Training Programs, FDLI
12:05–1:05 PM
Overview of U.S. Food Law and Regulation
1:05–1:15 PM
Break
1:15–2:30 PM
Food Safety: Ingredient Preclearance/Intentional Components of Food
2:30–2:45 PM
Break
2:45–4:00 PM
Food Safety: Current Good Manufacturing Practices and Related Requirements; Unintended Components/Contaminants of Food
Wednesday, September 22
12:00 PM
FDLI Welcome and Announcements
Khara L. Minter, Assistant Director, Training Programs, FDLI
12:05–1:20 PM
Food Labeling: General Requirements (Including Meat and Poultry)
1:20–1:30 PM
Break
1:30–2:30 PM
Food Labeling: Nutrient Content, Health and Other Claims
2:30–2:40 PM
Break
2:40–3:50 PM
Advertising: The Federal Trade Commission and Private Rights of Action
3:50–4:00 PM
Break
4:00–5:00 PM
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Thursday, September 23
12:00 PM
FDLI Welcome and Announcements
Khara L. Minter, Assistant Director, Training Programs, FDLI
12:05–1:20 PM
Dietary Supplements
1:20 – 1:30 PM
Break
1:30 – 2:30 PM
The Regulation of Cosmetics
2:30–2:40 PM
Break
2:40–3:50 PM
Inspection and Enforcement Authority
3:50–4:00 PM
Break
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Imports and International Issues
5:00 PM
Adjournment
Continuing Legal Education
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